About three weeks ago I had two of my cousins and a good friend here to visit. We had a fabulous time. I'll definitely be posting pictures later. While they were here we went to see a couple of shows, which I must review of course.
Saturday afternoon we went to see Jekyll & Hyde. My cousin Jessica, roommate Karen and I, all sat in the back balcony for the first act and then moved closer for the second act. I read the book years ago so I don't really remember which parts are true to the book. The musical was good. The singing was very good. The music is good. There a few really famous songs in the show. I love the song, "Someone Like You". The acting was alright. They did a nice job. The story is dark. I did not feel myself drawn into the story, empathizing with the characters all that much. Of course, this is why I go to the theater to feel something, to experience what the characters are going through. I didn't really get that in this show. It was amazing though, the sets, costumes, and singing. The music was also really, really loud. When we moved up for the second act I had to sit with my ears plugged in order to enjoy the show. I was in the balcony and it was blasting. But I do have sensitive ears, often plugging them as the subway roars by.
Monday night we went to see Newsies. This was my second time seeing the show. I sat in the balcony this time. I must admit I prefer the middle orchestra seats I had the first time. The production was great. I loved the dancing and singing. I was not as impressed with the acting this time even though most of the cast was exactly the same. I was less caught up in the story this time. Maybe it was because this was my second time and I was just noticing different things. Even with all of that said I left thinking, I have to see it again! I have more family coming in June so maybe that will be possible! The story is just so positive and inspirational. I love it! It is a must see for everyone!
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Modeling audition
I almost forgot my one semi-successful audition. I saw an ad for a modeling audition. They were looking for petite models. I fit the description of height, dress and shoe size so I figured I would try it. Plus I wouldn't have to sing or dance so I might have a chance! I got all dressed up and took my picture and resume to the audition. There were only about eight of us. We stood in the hallway while a woman took our picture and resume into a back room for some to see. A few minutes later she came out and told a few of us to try again in about six months and others she gave a card and told them to email this man to set up an appointment. She asked me to set up an appointment! I made it, I guess. I promptly returned home to email this man so we could meet. He emailed back and asked for pictures. I emailed him the pictures and he said thanks. That was it. I haven't heard from him since. So, I guess they have me on file? I was chosen but not really? It was a good ego booster for a few days. So much to learn about this industry...
Other auditions
A few weeks ago I tried to audition for a musical. I can't even remember what is was, oh I remember it was Beauty and the Beast, the touring company. I would love to be in that show! I went in the morning, this time not early enough. There were about 150 people already there. I had to be at work at noon and wouldn't be able to wait around so I came home. Thus paying bills trumped my audition. Responsible? Yes. Depressing? Yes.
Then I went to this dance audition for a summer theater in New Jersey. I know, I said I wouldn't go to anymore dance auditions! I went and they had us do a little fox trot diddy and a tap number. Yep, I should've left when I heard about the tap requirement but I stayed and faked it. It was awful! What am I thinking? Needless to say I didn't make it very far!
I beat myself up for going to this auditions that I can't do but maybe it's not so bad. I have heard several stories of people doing poorly at auditions but so and so was there and remembered them so they were invited to do a different project. And I'm an actress. I was acting the part of a tap dancer. Lol! Do you like how I try and make myself feel better? It's all about getting experience. Somehow I don't think I'm getting smarter at this auditioning stuff. I will have to work on this!
Then I went to this dance audition for a summer theater in New Jersey. I know, I said I wouldn't go to anymore dance auditions! I went and they had us do a little fox trot diddy and a tap number. Yep, I should've left when I heard about the tap requirement but I stayed and faked it. It was awful! What am I thinking? Needless to say I didn't make it very far!
I beat myself up for going to this auditions that I can't do but maybe it's not so bad. I have heard several stories of people doing poorly at auditions but so and so was there and remembered them so they were invited to do a different project. And I'm an actress. I was acting the part of a tap dancer. Lol! Do you like how I try and make myself feel better? It's all about getting experience. Somehow I don't think I'm getting smarter at this auditioning stuff. I will have to work on this!
Audition attempts & other random thoughts
Last Wednesday I went to the auditions for the touring company of Wicked. Oh, how I would love to be in that musical. I got up early and sat in line for two hours. It was an "Equity Chorus Call" which means they audition all of the equity or union performers first and then if they have time they see those that are not a part of the union, i.e. me. Wicked is a popular show, knowing this I went early to make sure I was on the non-equity list (sometimes they just have time to see the first 30 or so, on the non-equity list). But because Wicked is so popular (lol, I have the song running through my head now) all of the equity performers were there. Anyway, after sitting for two hours we were told that they would only have time to see equity performers today. Ugh! Really? Well, it was a nice thought. Maybe next time.
It is always nerve racking to sit and wait hours before you perform. I don't like it. I want to sing and practice but I am sitting with a hundred other performers so it isn't really the place for that. I just sit and wait and read. I just finished reading "Rita Moreno: A Memoir". She is the actress who won an Oscar for her role as Anita in the film West Side Story. It was an interesting read. It didn't contain quite as much about acting as rather more about her relationships. I guess this should not be surprising considering it is not so much what we do that gives us satisfaction as it is our relationships. They are what give life purpose.
Anyway, Ms. Moreno talks about the voice in her head that kept saying she wasn't pretty enough or wasn't smart enough, wasn't a good enough dance, didn't belong in Hollywood, etc. The thing that annoyed me in the book was I felt like she talked about the voice as if it was unique to her and nobody knows what it's like. Hello! We all have that voice in our head, Ms. Moreno. It is not unique to you! Knowing this I wish she would have spent more time explaining how she overcame this voice, how she got rid of it. Maybe she just learned to deal with it. Maybe it never goes away, maybe I just have to learn how to ignore it. I would like to read the book that answers these questions. Anyone know where I can find such a book?
It is always nerve racking to sit and wait hours before you perform. I don't like it. I want to sing and practice but I am sitting with a hundred other performers so it isn't really the place for that. I just sit and wait and read. I just finished reading "Rita Moreno: A Memoir". She is the actress who won an Oscar for her role as Anita in the film West Side Story. It was an interesting read. It didn't contain quite as much about acting as rather more about her relationships. I guess this should not be surprising considering it is not so much what we do that gives us satisfaction as it is our relationships. They are what give life purpose.
Anyway, Ms. Moreno talks about the voice in her head that kept saying she wasn't pretty enough or wasn't smart enough, wasn't a good enough dance, didn't belong in Hollywood, etc. The thing that annoyed me in the book was I felt like she talked about the voice as if it was unique to her and nobody knows what it's like. Hello! We all have that voice in our head, Ms. Moreno. It is not unique to you! Knowing this I wish she would have spent more time explaining how she overcame this voice, how she got rid of it. Maybe she just learned to deal with it. Maybe it never goes away, maybe I just have to learn how to ignore it. I would like to read the book that answers these questions. Anyone know where I can find such a book?
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